Our current focus is English Language Learning in Japan, servicing general consumers, businesses, and educational institutions. You can try out our core service iKnow! at http://iknow.jp

We are an ambitious team of fewer than 30 people based in a cool office near Shibuya station, in Tokyo. We were founded in Japan and have strong roots here, but our team is represented by 10 nationalities and as a group, we comfortably move between English and Japanese.

To fulfill our mission to be the market leading cross-platform learning technology company, we are constantly exploring new ways to incorporate learning-science, advanced linguistics, and technology into our products and services.

Mobile learning is one the most exciting unexplored spaces in tech. We expect to see mobile devices literally transform the way we learn in the years ahead, and Cerego is positioning itself at the front of this wave. We have popular iPhone and Android apps out that automatically synch up with the PC service, and mobile is one of the pillars of our company strategy. To strengthen our mobile development team, we’re looking for someone with a strong background in either iOS or Android development, and preferably some knowledge of both.

If you're suited for this position, you are:
- very intelligent and analytical
- comfortable and happy with rapid, constant change
- an independent learner who trains himself rather than relying on instruction from others
- always focused on improving existing systems and ways of working
- driven to automate tedious work to the greatest degree possible
- able to work on multiple projects and tasks
- a team player and good communicator. this doesn't mean you have worked in a team before; it means you believe working as a team at all levels is the only way to work

Your primary responsibilities will be:
- Design and implementation of mobile applications (iPhone / iPad / Android / …) from the ground up
- Integration with server-side web services to create functional cross-platform applications

Qualifications
Requirements:

- Strong programming and information design skills
- Ability and desire to learn new technologies quickly
- Strong object oriented programming and design skills
- Working in a fast paced agile environment with continuous integration, unit/integration testing
- Estimating and scoping development work accurately
- Experience with Git source control
- Strong sense of ownership and detail-orientation throughout the development lifecycle.
- Experience and understanding of the various mobile/web platform UI design guidelines;
- Background of working in interdisciplinary teams with at least 2 developers
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written business English + conversational Japanese or good English and native Japanese)

We prefer those who can demonstrate experience in:
- At least six months of experience developing commercial iOS/Android applications
- At least 3 years of development experience in general
- Understanding of Objective-C and Java
- Working experience with the iPhone SDK and knowledge of the Android SDK (or the other way around)
- Experience writing multithreaded code
- Java coding & debugging skills
- Experience and understanding of the various mobile platform UI design guidelines

Language Skills
- native Japanese with good English communication skills (email, meetings), or
- fluent English speakers with good Japanese (basic reading is a must)

Working hours
- Monday to Friday, 10:00 - 19:00

Employee Status and Compensation
- full time preferred, but arrangements for contractor-based work is also welcomed
- very competitive salary and possibly stock options

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The Industrial Manufacturing Industry Director - Japan will be responsible for promoting industry functional and technology sales initiatives and delivering executive level industry messaging and presentations to Japan-based industrial manufacturing customers.  Responsibilities will include coordination of account execution with Oracle’s global industry and sales teams and development and execution of partner strategies.  Prime responsibility will be translation of customer requirements and industry insight into deliverable strategies and tactics.  

Candidate Requirements:

Competencies are preferred in the following areas:

Oracle is the world’s most complete, open, and integrated business software and hardware systems company. With more than 370,000 customers—including 100 of the Fortune 100—in more than 145 countries around the globe, Oracle is the only vendor able to offer a complete technology stack in which every layer is engineered to work together as a single system. Oracle's industry-leading products give customers unmatched benefits including unbreakable security, high availability, scalability, energy efficiency, powerful performance, and low total cost of ownership. For more information, visit http://www.oracle.com/jp

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Are you interested in teaching a workshop to motivated Junior High School Students?

If YES, please read on...
MLS was founded in 1974, and teaches via our unique, ‘English Through Drama’ method...fun for students AND teachers! As well as having 35 of our own schools all over Tokyo where students young and old attend, we also specialize in teaching English and communication skills to corporate clients all over Japan.

We are currently searching for team members to teach a two-day workshop near Kyoto scheduled for Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd of December, with comprehensive training on Wednesday 14th December.

Interested, available, want to teach and have some fun...you should:
- have experience teaching English to Junior High School students
- be energetic, enthusiastic, flexible and friendly
- be a native level English speaker
- hold a valid work visa

Transportation costs and accomodation for the workshop will be arranged/paid. The salary total is 52,000 Yen for the two-day workshop and one day of training.

If you think you are what we are looking for, please forward your up to date resume, a cover letter explaining why you think you would excel at MLS and a recent picture of yourself smiling like the fun person you are!

Due to the expected high volume of applications we will only be responding to candidates we wish to meet. Please note that interviews will be held at our Minami Shinjuku Head Office, and that we do not conduct telephone/internet interviews.

For more details about the Drama Method and what is happening at MLS, please visit the Company website.

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We are looking for a hard-working, serious, native English-speaking young woman in good health for a position in the Japanese music industry. In addition to assisting the Chairman of the company with various English-language tasks, you will have chances to work on international music tours, inviting Artists to perform in Japan and coordinating with the tour staff on behalf of the company. This position offers a huge opportunity of future growth and experience in the Japanese and International music industry.

We are hoping to begin interviews as soon as possible.

Assistant to the Chairman Duties:

? Write all English emails for the Chairman and maintain his email account
? Research touring history of International Artists as well as their management and agency companies
? Arrange flights, hotels, schedules, and transportation for overseas travel
? File expenses for the Chairman as well as personal expenses
? Create and update the Chairman’s Monthly Schedule
? Make overseas conference calls and take detailed notes
? Maintain physical files of emails for all International tours and other large projects
? Attend events, dinners and concerts with the Chairman when necessary
? Take and place ticket orders for Chairman and special contacts
? Other miscellaneous jobs and duties for the Chairman

International Coordinator Duties:

? Directly email Management, Agents, and Artist representatives abroad
? Coordinate and prepare Visa applications for tour members
? Assist airport pick-ups, internal travel, and other coordination (rental mobile phones) during tour
? Assist in coordinating hotels and transportation for tour members
? Assist with PR and merchandise for tour
? Amend English-language contracts and rider
? Answer English phone calls for International Division, take messages
? Write English email drafts for International Division
? Maintain company FedEx account
? Write offer letters on behalf of the International Division for tours
? Manage International bank transfers for performance fees and invoices
? Compile name list and flight list for tour members
? Construct tour itinerary

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The planned move to new premises will not happen before 2014, and negotiations are progressing with a number of property developers in the area.

Annette Thomas, CEO of Macmillan, said: “Bringing our publishing divisions together will make it far easier for us to share ideas and explore new business opportunities. We have already seen the benefits of working together, particularly in terms of developing digital and online products and services, and closer collaboration will become even more important as technology evolves and we consolidate our position in developing markets.”

See also:
• Macmillan website
• Publishers on the move

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"Dictionary is the only place that success comes before work. Hard work is the price we must pay for success. I think you can accomplish anything if you're willing to pay the price."

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"ETS's TOEIC program is used in 120 countries and by more than 10,000 institutions worldwide," Mohammad Kousha, ETS Executive Director-Global said. "In order to continue to provide our test takers with exceptional service, it's important that we are able communicate with them in their native languages."

Japan is one of the largest markets for the TOEIC, with over 1.5 million tests being taken each year. The Japanese TOEIC site can be viewed here. The English version is here.

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?Job description?
·Life assistance to patients
·Assisting nurses and doctors
·Doing night shifts
·Driving specially-designed vehicles (only applicants with valid driving licenses)

?Job advantages?
·Salary rise
·Night shift, rent, family, transportation allowances
·Newly-built employees dormitory
·Insurance coverages
·Team-family attitude
·International working environment

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-Teaching experience a plus, but not necessary.
-Transportation fee provided.
-Children aged 1-12
-Position begins ASAP,
-National Health Insurance is provided
-Summer and Winter holiday

If interested, please inquire here and view our website for more detail.

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-Salary-
3,200yen/ 1 lesson(60min.)
Incentives available.
Commuting expenses are provided.(Up to 600yen a day)

-Working Hours-
Some available weekdays (Mon-Fri) between 12:00 and 21:00, and weekends and National Holidays between 11:00 and 18:00.
Schedule changes monthly depending on school's needs and teacher's availability.

-Location-
Sendai-shi, Miyagi-ken
head school (Honcho, Aoba-ku,Sendai-shi) and/or branch school (Izumichuo, Izumi-ku, Sendai-shi).

-Others-
If your job evaluation is good enough, you might have a chance to be promoted to full-time teacher.
We regret that we can not respond to all applications. Only those that pass the initial screening process are considered for a personal interview.
Once proper candidates have been decided, we will not need any more applicants.

-How to apply-
Please apply via gaijinpot with photo(necessary).

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?Working Conditions
?Monday-Saturday ?9:00~18:00 ?9:30~18:30(1hour break)
?Holiday: Sundays, national holidays, Golden Week, summer(3days), winter(8days), others.

?Treatment
?Health insurance . Employee’s pension. Accident insurance.

?Expectations
?Care for children aged 2-6 years nurturing their development to age-appropriate education.
?2-3 year old children, toilet training and possibly changing diapers.
?Share responsibilities during play time, circle time and lesson planning.
?In addition to a daily schedule incorporating tuition, free time, park time, lunch, nap etc. It’s imperative to cooperate and work alongside Japanese staff to support children’s growth and education.
?Loves being with children.

?Requirements
?Native language is English.
?Previous teaching experience is preferred.
?Basic understanding of Japanese.
?Whilst spending your time using English, Japanese children will use words and actions to show their feelings. It is paramount that these are tried to be understood (please check ‘our wish to support’ on our website).
?A desire to be a long term part of CLOVER family.
?A visa which permits you to work as a full time teacher in Japan.

?CLOVER’s Philosophy
?Children aged between 2 – 6 years old absorb all the experiences they encounter every day to continue growth. Thus the presence of an education has a significant impact on their future.

This is the most important period of time for a child to grow and to better understand the significance of education. We aim to provide them with a sense of mission to aid in their development.

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Five-star teachers Co., Ltd. has been working for children who live in beautiful Nasu area in Tochigi for eight years.

We have three different schools and full time position is available at PLAYGROUP, which is one of the best pre-schools in Tochigi, and Nasu International Sudbury School, which is going to be the first international Sudbury model school in Japan.

Working hours are between 8:30 - 19:00, Monday through Saturday.
The position will start in November 2011.

We offer 20 to 26 hours of work per week.
We offer two weeks vacation in Winter, Spring, and Summer.
We offer travel expences up to 5,000 yen/month.

Successful applicants will need to complete a one-day observation and one-day demonstration lesson. Please understand that payment for transportation and time will not be compansated for these observation and demonstration lesson.

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Direct Involvement in Products Launch

Purpose of the job:

Responsibilities:

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Focus on the central nervous system

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Focus on the central nervous system

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We are a research-based company. We engage in research to find new drugs for treatment of CNS disorders, includ­ing depression, schizophrenia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and insomnia.

These are serious disorders. They affect not only patients, but also their families and friends. Besides the stress of having a CNS disorder, patients are often exposed to prejudice because, in many sections of society, there is still far too little understanding of how adversely a CNS disorder affects an individual’s life.

We have taken upon ourselves the task of improving quality of life for persons with a psychiatric or neurological disorder, and we are working intensely to find and develop new and improved drugs. We believe that we can make a significant difference, and we are happy to do so in cooperation with others.

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The school is located in the center of Nagano city and surrounded by mountains easily accessible for weekend trips. Classes include a combination of children and adults, totaling no more than 25 hours a week(from Tuesday to Saturday).

Full training is included and we will provide an apartment with the rent being the responsibility of the teacher. We will however pay key money and bonds.
We also supply a refrigerator, washing machine and a bicycle for teacher's use. The monthly salary is 250,000yen and will be 260,000yen after two training months. For one year contracts, health insurance is also included.

We are looking for someone who:
1. currently lives in Japan and holds a valid working visa
2. has some experience in the EIKAIWA industry
3. is energetic and loves working with people
4. is a team player
5. is willing to continue learning
6. is responsible and can take a workload

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Financial Markets/Derivatives

-Assistant role to support sales activities

-Candidate is expected to perform and response to all client inquiries

-Fluent level Japanese and Fluent level English

-University degree

-Knowledge of financial markets/derivatives is a plus

-Prefer to pick up what people hesitate to do

-High standard of analytical and report work

-Displays energy, drive and stamina

-Must be experienced working as a team

-Prefers team contribution is a major plus

Financial solution provider established in England. They provide the system construction of derivatives and supporting a major financial institutions(banks, Security and investment) 

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We require someone who is vibrant, energetic, resourceful, imaginative and creative in order to provide high quality, stimulating and fun lessons. This sounds a lot to ask and it is so in return we offer a very good renumeration package; excellent salary(paid holidays), visa sponsorship, longer than average vacations and other benefits.
Our students are very motivated and we have a low turnover of staff.

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As our candidate, you should be highly experienced with web product development using Java, Javascript, html and other complementary languages for the front end, and PostgreSQL or equivalents as well as RDBMS for the backend;
You should be a clear headed logical thinker and passionate technologist, well grounded in computer science for product design & development, well versed on design for easy maintenance and coding for optimal performance;
You should have at least one year experience working in Japan and have no problem communicating in either Japanese or English.

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For interested candidates, please send your application by clicking the “Apply” button or send your CV to info@stpsearch.com quoting reference number  STPVM-J#384. For a complete list of our current IT opportunities, please visit www.stpsearch.com.

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Job Description

Position: Rated or Non Rated Dash 8 Q400 Captain

Duration of Contract: 3 ½ Years Renewable

Base of Operation: ?Itami, Osaka

Screening: Ongoing basis

Contract Commencing: November 2010

Minimum Requirements

• Total time in excess of 3,000 hours
• PIC time in excess of 1,500 hours (1/2 co-pilot time can be used to calculate PIC time)
• Excess of 1,000 hours PIC time on 2 person turboprop or 2 person commercial aircraft
• Valid ICAO Licence with type ratings
• Valid Class 1 Medical
• ICAO English Proficiency Level 4 Certificate

Please quote FC1196 in all correspondence and apply online to receive more details on this assignment.

***It must be noted that only applicants who meet the minimum requirements for this position will be accepted for review by our client***

Contact:
Sarah O'Neill
Flight Crew Co-ordinator

sarah.oneill@parcaviation.aero
00353 1 8161733

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Capital Markets Business Planning!

-Implement a best-in-class management reporting process that leverages best practice from within the firm’s group as well as other multinational institutions

-Ensure consistency in data presentation globally by helping source relevant data from each region and consolidating information in a manner easily understood by senior management

-Coordinate with the regional finance teams to ensure that projects to deliver accurate data to management are prioritised properly with the necessary expertise

-Partner with front office business heads and COOs as well as product controllers and FP&S team to ensure budgets, forecasts and ad-hoc management presentations are smoothly coordinated and Headquarters expectations are addressed

-Lead ad-hoc MIS projects that senior management deem necessary for the continued success of the Division

-Fluent level Japanese and English

-Japanese language skills (preferred) 

-Minimum 6-8 years relevant experience, ideally management reporting within an investment bank

-Excellent PowerPoint and other MS Office software skills (mandatory)

-Financial products knowledge required

-Requires a person who can work with the regional Finance and Capital Markets business colleagues and subsequently consolidate and present to HQ and Wholesale management the key information required to manage a global business

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Major financial institution providing services to global clients across all sectors of securities, asset management, and corporate banking.

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The aim of this international conference is to enable language educators and researchers from across Asia to share ideas and discuss various aspects relating to the theory and/or practice of Task-Based Learning and Teaching in Asia.

Those interested in presenting are asked to submit an abstract for a paper, workshop or poster session (25 or 40 mins). For more information visit the the Task-Based Learning SIG's website.

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Senior Quantity Surveyor -Japan

Systech International was established in 1991 and is recognised as a leading international consultant with offices in Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific and the Americas. With 500 staff across 25 offices we provide specialist planning, contract administration, quantity surveying and claims / dispute consultancy solutions to the construction industry including civil, building, transportation, power, petrochemical, oil & gas, marine and telecommunications sectors.

We provide our clients with full project lifecycle support offering contractual, commercial management, planning and scheduling, claims, expert witness and dispute resolution services on major engineering, energy, infrastructure, and construction projects and have a current requirement for experienced Quantity Surveyors with oil and gas or heavy civil engineering experience, to join our team based from Japan but also working from site.

Ideally, you will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor from an oil and gas or heavy civil engineering background.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

* Contract management

* Risk management

* Commercial Management of Subcontractors and Suppliers

* Regular attendance at progress and commercial meetings with client and interfacing parties

The business continues to expand and has an established network of offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and the Americas supporting corporate clients on a global basis. Visit our website > for more details.

If you wish to be considered for this current vacancy then please apply with your detailed CV/Resume to > quoting reference: 0911/JapanQS/JE. Regrettably, we are unable to respond to each application individually but if your experience is considered suitable we will be in touch to discuss further.

Visit our LinkedIn Group to join and view other opportunities with Systech International >;sharedKey=02338D0D816A

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